1975 Audi 80 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
